De Godin Benten 1868 - 1912

This woodblock print, titled "De Godin Benten," is by the Japanese artist Yashima Gakutei. The print, part of a series, features a female figure playing a biwa, a traditional Japanese lute. The figure's colorful kimono is adorned with a detailed pattern of leaves and swirls, set against a backdrop of intricately designed, repeating motifs. This work, created between 1868 and 1912, reflects Gakutei's mastery of ukiyo-e, a genre that captured the spirit of everyday life in Japan.